We teach, learn, lead and serve, connecting local governments with the University of Wisconsin, and engaging with them in transforming lives and communities.
Workshops & Programs
Using the Model Solar Ordinance
July 8, 2026
Join UW–Madison Extension for a webinar designed to support informed local decision-making around solar development. Learn about new resources developed for Wisconsin communities: Solar Regulation Guidance and Model Solar Zoning Ordinance.
Navigating Solar Leases
July 10, 2026
Learn how to make confident, informed decisions when considering solar leasing opportunities. This session will walk through key elements of solar lease agreements, including common contract terms, payment structures, land use considerations, and project responsibilities.
WI Library Funding:
Navigating the Legal & Financial Framework under Chapter 43
July 16, 2 – 3 p.m.
As part of the series Collaborating for Community Success, this webinar will explore the intricate components of Chapter 43 of the Wisconsin Statutes which outlines and powers Wisconsin’s public libraries. Whether you are preparing for your next budget cycle or looking to strengthen your advocacy skills, this session will equip you with the foundational legal and financial knowledge to confidently manage and champion your library’s vital resources.
Form C/CT Training
Pre-Recorded Video Training Available
The Form C/CT Training guides participants through the steps to complete the Wisconsin Department of Revenue’s Form C/CT, which municipal clerks must file. Whether you’re a seasoned finance professional or a newcomer, learn how to complete this essential form.
Education & Resources for Wisconsin Clerks
Our workshops and webinars support clerks to navigate a wide breadth of responsibilities, covering everything from election administration and running effective meetings to human resources management and financial reporting.
Webinars and Recordings
Reports & Resources
Civil Leadership for Vibrant Communities
Polarization is increasingly impacting Extension’s work in communities. Extension has untapped potential to address division and lack of civility by building civic infrastructure and skills for constructive dialogue.
EMS Model Agreement
The Local Government Education Program at U.W.-Madison Division of Extension teamed up with the U.W.-Madison Wisconsin Office for Rural Health to prepare a Model EMS Agreement (Agreement) for use by counties, cities, villages and towns across the state.
Learn More about Local Government
Local government is the government of cities, villages, towns, and counties.
